Science explains how the world works. From the smallest atom to the largest galaxy, here is the vocabulary to describe it.
1. The Scientific Method
- Hypothesis: An educated guess or theory.
- Experiment: A test to see if the hypothesis is true.
- Data: Information collected (numbers, facts).
- Conclusion: The final result or answer.
- Laboratory (Lab): The place where science is done.
2. Space Vocabulary
Astronomy:
- Galaxy: A huge collection of stars (e.g., The Milky Way).
- Solar System: The sun and the planets around it.
- Orbit: The path a planet takes around a star.
- Gravity: The force that pulls things down.
- Astronaut: A person who travels to space.
3. Biology Basics
The study of life.
- Cell: The smallest unit of life.
- DNA: The genetic code of life.
- Evolution: How species change over time.
- Species: A specific type of animal or plant.
4. Chemistry & Physics
- Atom: The basic building block of matter.
- Element: A pure substance (e.g., Oxygen, Gold).
- Reaction: When chemicals change each other.
- Energy: Power to do work (kinetic, potential).
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